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communion table

noun

, Ecclesiastical.
  1. the table used in the celebration of communion, or the Lord's Supper; the Lord's table.


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Word History and Origins

Origin of communion table1

First recorded in 1560–70

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Example Sentences

I had the communion-table set out here, right in front of the pulpit, and there they lay,—six of 'em.

Everyone recognised the voice—it was Pearl's—and the vicar, kneeling at the communion table, looked rather disturbed.

The communion table, which is elevated by three steps above the level of the chancel, is modern, as are also the rails.

The oak table in this room was probably the Communion-table of the church during the period following the Reformation.

At this time she joined the above church, that she might be in full fellowship at the same communion-table with her husband.

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